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KU Natural History Museum announces fall events
LAWRENCE — From sparking science curiosity in children through hands-on experiments to showcasing the excellence and variety of University of Kansas research at a local brewery, the KU Natural History Museum has a full slate of science-themed public events planned for fall. ...
‘Interwar World’ examines how global extremism and cultural transformation of last century shaped today’s society
KU scholars mark 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's first folio with new exhibition
LAWRENCE — The idea of forgetting classic Shakespeare plays like “Macbeth” or “Julius Caesar” is nearly unthinkable. But if not for the foresight of two actors and friends of William Shakespeare to publish a book 400 years ago, those plays might have been lost forever. A University of Kansas professor...
School of Architecture & Design announces 2023 Fall Architecture Lecture Series
LAWRENCE — The School of Architecture & Design at the University of Kansas has announced programming for the Fall 2023 Architecture Lecture Series. ...
New Kansas Statistical Abstract offers relevant state information, including expanded data on climate
Study shows food from tobacco-owned brands more 'hyperpalatable' than competitors' food
LAWRENCE — Many of us know all too well the addictive nature of a big portion of food in the United States — most call it “junk food.” In fact, this kind of salty, sweet and high-fat fare makes up the lion’s share of what’s marketed to Americans. ...
International Support Services kicks off new international program series
LAWRENCE — This fall, International Support Services is launching the Atlas Series, biweekly programs that will encourage international and domestic students to share their culture and build community at KU. ...
KU School of Pharmacy welcomes new class into profession
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy hosted white coat ceremonies this week for its class of 2027. Faculty on the Wichita campus helped their students don white coats Sept. 5, while Lawrence campus students met at the Lied Center of Kansas for their rite of passage Sept. ...
Name change reflects expanded focus, approach of Center for Montessori Research
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) Center for Montessori for Research (CMR) will become the Center for Learner Agency Research and Action (CLARA). The name change highlights the center’s embrace of learner agency in diverse educational environments. ...
Center for East Asian Studies opens Year of Migration programming with speaker and film series
LAWRENCE — The Center for East Asian Studies’ (CEAS) 2023-2024 programming, which focuses on migration, kicks off with two Global Asia speakers and a film series. All CEAS events are free and open to the public. ...
Distinguished professor's lecture to address self-determination for people with disabilities
LAWRENCE — Research shows promoting autonomy leads to valued life outcomes, but for people with disabilities, barriers to supporting self-determination persist. Karrie Shogren, the Ross and Marianna Beach Distinguished Professor of Special Education in the KU School of Education & Human Sciences, has dedicated the past two decades of her...
Study shows physical education teachers influence students' attitudes about physical activity later in life
Study examines role of religion in substance use services, finds it's often located in racially diverse communities
KU School of Business receives largest gift in school history
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Business received a $50 million commitment from an anonymous donor that will transform business education and research at the school. The gift, the largest in KU School of Business history, will also provide funds to advance key initiatives supporting undergraduate student success. ...
Two Lawrence-based projects among recipients of 2023 Rocket Grants
LAWRENCE — The 2023 Rocket Grants have awarded a total of $60,000 for 10 artist projects in the Lawrence and Kansas City area. Two awards will support Lawrence-based projects: the planting of fruit trees around Lawrence Public Library accompanied by collective song by artists Skyler Adamson and Hazlett Henderson, and...
Educate & Act Series continues in fall with opportunities to learn about recent local activism, upcoming election participation
LAWRENCE — The Educate & Act series, led by the Center for Service Learning, the Emily Taylor Center for Women & Gender Equity and The Commons, will host two events this semester for students, staff, and faculty at the University of Kansas. This series offers opportunities to learn more about...
KU researchers partner with state to better understand experiences of Kansans on disability services waitlist
LAWRENCE — Like many 24-year-olds, Katie Pine loves pop and country music, her job and reading novels such as “The Hunger Games.” The Olathe resident, who currently lives at home with her parents, would like to have her own apartment — roommate optional. ...
Hurricane Idalia shows importance of long-term planning, sustainable recovery, KU public affairs experts say
LAWRENCE — Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida on Wednesday, bringing violent winds and massive storm surges to the northern part of the state, and threatened parts of Georgia and South Carolina as well. As communities throughout the region are dealing with flooding and the storm’s effects, two University of...
US Secretary of Education to launch nationwide bus tour at KU
LAWRENCE – The U.S. Secretary of Education is launching his nationwide bus tour at the University of Kansas. ...
Dole Institute of Politics awards 2023 archival research grants
LAWRENCE – The Robert and Elizabeth Dole Archive and Special Collections at the Dole Institute of Politics has awarded two 2023 research grants. Michael Fortner has been selected for the Dole Archives Research Fellowship, and Raina Hackett has been awarded a Travel Grant. ...
Study demonstrates adding complex component of milk to infant formula confers long-term cognitive benefits
Paper Plains Zine Fest returns with creative workshops, fair and more
LAWRENCE — Paper Plains Zine Fest, a two-day event celebrating and showcasing zine culture in Lawrence and beyond, returns for a second year at multiple venues over Labor Day weekend. ...
Military aircraft to fly over campus Thursday, Friday in advance of football game
LAWRENCE – Military jets will fly over campus at least twice this week in advance of the university’s Friday night football game. ...